Indie Design Spotlight – Friends of Around the World in 80 Skeins

What do I mean friends of Around the World in 80 Skeins? How can a website have friends? Well, last fall I set out on an adventure to interview fiber arts designers from around the world about what inspires them. It turns out, that 10 of the designers I interviewed last year are participating in the GAL this year!

Today’s spotlight shows my favorite pattern from each of these designers and links to their interviews from the tour.

Yarn weight: Bulky (but info for other weights!)Amount: 200-400 yardsWhy I love it: You can wear it a ton of different ways and since it’s made in Bulky it’s perfect for quick gifts!Check out our interview!

Yarn weight: WorstedAmount: 880 – 1000 yardsWhy I love it: I just need this poncho in my life, I mean, you need this poncho in your life (unless you want to knit it and give to me, which is cool too). It has the look of a sweater but the ease of a poncho – love it.Check out our interview!

Yarn weight: SportAmount: 295 – 328 yardsWhy I love it: The cables are amazing, the straps make it look like an pilot’s helmet, and because it’s adorable and I want my daughter to wear one. And off topic, Natalie’s models are the most beautiful children in the world.Check out our interview!

Yarn weight: FingeringAmount: 340 – 575 yardsWhy I love it: Every little lady needs a lacy cardigan in their wardrobe and this one is precious and available in 7 sizes from 6 months – 10 years!Check out our interview!

Yarn weight: DKAmount: 145 – 207 yardsWhy I love it: You can get a kit with the yarn (that Lily also makes!) and the beads. Perhaps the kit can be the gift for a knitter you realllly love!Check out our interview!

All of the patterns listed are 25% off with code giftalong2015 through November 27, 2015 at 11:59pm (US-EST). Pick up a discounted pattern (or 10) and then come join us in the 2015 Indie Design Gift-A-Long!